Activities Director

Director Of Therapeutic Recreation

We are hiring a Director of Therapeutic Recreation to join our dynamic team at Summit Commons Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Providence! Summit Commons is a 130-bed skilled nursing facility. This role reports directly to the administrator and is a department head.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As the Director of Therapeutic Recreation, you plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operations of the recreation department.

Experience & Education :

Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.

One (1) year experience or training in directing group activities required.

Must meet one of the following criteria : (a) eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; (b) has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full-time in a therapeutic activities program; (c) Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or (d) Has completed a training course approved by the State.

Duties & Responsibilities :

Assists in plans and provisions of patient care by visiting residents regularly to evaluate needs.

Oversee staffing for the department including recruitment efforts.

Document and report to the nursing department any unusual or significant findings.

Encourage residents to take part in activities of daily living that will stimulate his / her potential, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.

Spend duty time with residents rather than with other facility staff.

Assist with and follow through on the establishment of resident care goals within the framework of the entire therapeutic team.

Specific Requirements :

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel and the general public.

Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.

Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.

Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing policies and procedures.

Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.

Must participate in continuing education and inservice training.

About Athena Health Care Systems :

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena's Benefits :

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members :

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.